Question

in map making, dilations are used to:
a. change the map’s colors
b. resize large geographical areas to fit onto smaller maps
c. add new geographical features
d. eliminate geographical errors

Explanation:

Dilations in mathematics are transformations that change the size of a figure. In map - making, they are used to resize large geographical areas to fit onto smaller maps by scaling them proportionally.

Answer:

B. Resize large geographical areas to fit onto smaller maps